Pierre Corneille

Broschiertes Buch

The Cid

Beschreibung

The Cid explores the profound conflict between love and honor, where personal desires collide with societal expectations. At the heart of the narrative lies an intense struggle between duty and passion, as a character grapples with avenging a death while remaining true to a deep, personal affection. The unfolding events highlight the complexities of maintaining moral integrity while faced with powerful emotions. The work emphasizes the tension between individual desires and the broader implications of actions that honor requires. It reflects on the sacrifice of personal happiness in the name of justice, the struggle to navigate familial duty, and the devastating consequences that arise when love and honor are placed in direct opposition. The narrative captures the emotional turmoil of those caught in a world where decisions are shaped by rigid societal norms, offering a poignant commentary on the cost of personal sacrifice and the tragic fallout of unresolved conflict.

Autor

Pierre Corneille was a prominent French tragedian born on June 6, 1606, in Rouen, France. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest dramatists of the 17th century, alongside Moli re and Racine, and is often considered a founding figure in French classical tragedy. Corneille's works, which include plays like Le Cid, Horace, and Cinna, are known for their exploration of complex human emotions, moral dilemmas, and the struggles between personal desires and societal expectations. His mastery of dramatic structure and character development helped shape the evolution of French theater. Corneille's father, Pierre Corneille, was a prosperous merchant, and his mother, Marthe le Pesant de Boisguilbert, came from a notable family. He had a brother, Thomas Corneille, who also became a successful playwright. Corneille spent much of his life in Paris, where he died on October 1, 1684, at the age of 78. His legacy continues to influence theater, and his works remain central to the study of classical French drama.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 54
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 82g
• ISBN-13: 9789370814769
• ISBN-10: 9370814760
• Artikelnr.: 74824789